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poui /ˈpuːi /noun (plural same or pouis)A Caribbean and tropical American tree with trumpet-shaped flowers, grown as an ornamental and valued for its timber.- Genus Tabebuia, family Bignoniaceae.
Depending on the month of your excursion the yellow poui, the red flamboyant, or the lavender jacaranda trees will be in bloom....- The flowering poui trees that occupy the open spaces and parks were laid down by residents and many self-help projects were funded by having Carnival fêtes and other initiatives.
- Oh, I forgot to mention here that the annual blooming of our yellow poui trees started a few weeks back.
OriginMid 19th century: a local word in Trinidad. |